Jason Roberts not for sale, claim Blackburn

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Blackburn Rovers have moved to end speculation that Jason Roberts will be sold in the summer, following fresh speculation surrounding his future at Ewood Park.

The 30-year-old forward has struggled to hold down a regular place in the Blackburn side since his £3million move from Wigan Athletic in 2006 having had a transfer request rejected earlier this season.

However, he has started the past five matches and John Williams, the Blackburn chairman, has rubbished rumours linking Roberts with Derby County, Sunderland and Bolton Wanderers.

Williams said: “Jason’s been on a good run of late and, as far as I’m concerned,